Mental health therapy for children, teens, adults & families in Maryland. Virtual Teletherapy services available.
Sara Samedi

Sara Samedi

Therapist, LMSW
Sara Samedi (she/her) is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 20 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages in diverse settings. Sara has education, training, and experience in childhood development, cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and trauma-informed services. Sara supports individuals experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and trauma by developing a better understanding of oneself, supporting behavior change, and enhancing social skills and coping mechanisms.

About Sara Samedi

Sara values providing folks of all ages with a safe and supportive environment to express their feelings and process life experiences. She is the oldest of three, grew up in the Pacific Northwest and has lived in the Baltimore area for ten years. She enjoys reading, writing, spending time outdoors and walking her dog.

Training and Education 

Sara is a Licensed Master Social Worker with extensive training and experience in supporting children and families encountering difficult feelings and behaviors, traumas, and transitions. Sara also supports parents, adults, and the aging population in managing stress, depression, and anxiety and processing their lived experiences.

Supervisor: Julianne Meagher, LCSW-C, RPT-S

Therapeutic Approach 

Sara is trained and experienced in a variety of modalities including play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed services. She uses a person-centered approach and meets everyone with compassionate curiosity. Sara always works with individuals to determine what approach works best to support them in meeting their goals and often integrates art, journaling, and nature into sessions.